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Haya Therapeutics is developing novel tissue-specific antisense oligonucleotide drugs targeting long noncoding RNAs in fibrotic diseases including heart, lungs, kidney, liver, and cancers.\n1. Purpose of the role:\nDevelop and execute cutting-edge cell and molecular biology assays in immunology models to identify novel long non-coding RNA (lncRNA) targets and advance pioneering therapeutic applications.\nRequirements\n1. Accountabilities\nMaintain and differentiate primary immune cells and cell lines (including T-cells, NK cells, Macrophages, and B cells) to establish robust in vitro immunology models. \nExecute multi-color flow cytometry (FACS) runs to monitor immune cell identity markers and perform phenotypic characterization. \nConduct immunoassays (ELISA/MSD) for cytokine profiling to evaluate cellular immune responses and target engagement. \nExecute ASO/siRNA compound screenings in primary immune cells to measure on-target gene knockdown efficiency via qPCR and Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS). \nPerform high-quality library preparation for NGS platforms (including bulk RNA-seq, single-cell/nucleus snRNA-seq/snATAC-seq, and ChIP-seq/HiC) to map genome-wide chromatin and transcriptomic changes. \nPerform nucleic acid (RNA/DNA) and protein extractions to supply downstream molecular and biochemical analysis workstreams. \nGenerate, analyze, and present experimental data packages to R&D teams and senior management to drive hit-to-lead program decisions. \nMaintain meticulous, real-time electronic lab notebook (ELN) records to ensure complete traceability, data integrity, and intellectual property protection. \n2. Required Knowledge and Experience\nEssential Qualifications & Technical Capabilities (Must-Haves)\nScientific Foundation: Educational background (B.S. or M.S.) in Immunology, Molecular Biology, or a closely related biological science discipline. \nIn Vitro Immune Cell Expertise: Practical, hands-on proficiency in culturing and manipulating primary immune cell populations, with specific expertise in human or mouse primary T-cell differentiation models. \nMolecular Biology Depth: Demonstrated capability in RNA/DNA isolation and the execution and data analysis of quantitative real-time PCR (qRT-PCR). \nFlow Cytometry Proficiency: Practical experience performing multi-color flow cytometry (FACS) for immunophenotyping and cell-state analysis. \nImmunoassay Capability: Proven technical ability to execute and analyze standard biochemical assays (ELISA or MSD) for protein quantification. \nOperational Agility: Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively, adapt quickly, and deliver results within a fast-paced biotech environment. \nDesirable Experience & Specialized Expertise (Nice-to-Haves)\nRNA Therapeutics & lncRNAs: Prior technical exposure to RNA-based modalities (ASOs or siRNAs) or long non-coding RNA biology. \nAdvanced Genomics & NGS: Technical experience in library construction across single-cell transcriptomics or epigenetic profiling technologies. \nTransfection Protocol Development: Exposure to non-viral delivery methods (transfection or electroporation) within primary immune cell populations. \nConditions of Employment\nLegal authorization to work in the United States (U.S. citizenship, permanent residency, or valid work authorization). \nRequirement for full-time, on-site presence at the San Diego laboratory facility. \nLeadership Profile\nThe successful candidate will demonstrate:\nScientific Rigor & Execution: Focuses on generating high-quality, reproducible data while maintaining meticulous laboratory documentation standards. \nLocal Problem-Solving & Autonomy: Proactively addresses technical assay challenges and optimizes experimental workflows independently. \nCollaborative Communication: Communicates experimental outcomes clearly across matrixed R&D teams and contributes positively to team goals\nHAYA Therapeutics is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued and empowered. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression), national origin, ancestry, age, marital or familial status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.\nWe prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind and are committed to ensuring fair and equitable treatment in all aspects of recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, and career development.\nAt HAYA, we believe that diversity of thought, experience, and background drives innovation and strengthens our mission to transform patient care through cutting-edge RNA-based therapeutic\nNotice to Recruitment Agencies & Search Firms:\nHAYA Therapeutics operates a Preferred Supplier List (PSL) and manages all recruitment directly through our Human Resources team. We do not accept unsolicited resumes or speculative CVs from third-party agencies, search firms, or recruiters. Any unsolicited candidates or CVs submitted through non-approved channels, directly to HAYA employees, or without a fully executed recruitment agreement in place will be considered property of HAYA Therapeutics. HAYA Therapeutics will not pay any fee, liability, or finder's fee for candidates submitted under these circumstances.\nBenefits\nSalary Range $70k - $90k\nWhat we offer (California)\nHealth & Wellbeing\nMedical coverage through Anthem Blue Cross and Cigna, with HMO, PPO and high-deductible (HSA-eligible) plan options. Haya covers 91-95% of premiums for you and your dependents.\nHaya contributes to your Health Savings Account when you choose a high-deductible plan: $142/month for employee-only coverage, $284/month with dependents.\nDental (Guardian, Basic and Premier plans) and vision coverage, with Haya covering 91% of premiums.\nCoverage begins on the first of the month after your start date.\nEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential counselling and support.\nAccess to One Medical and travel assistance through Guardian Assist America.\nFinancial Protection & Security\n401(k) through Empower, with Haya matching 100% of your contributions up to 4% of salary. You can join from day one and are fully vested in the match immediately.\nEligibility for discretionary bonus and stock option programs.\nCompany-paid life and AD&D insurance ($50,000).\nCompany-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance (60% income replacement).\nPre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts (healthcare, limited-purpose and dependent care) and commuter benefits.\nOptional Coverage\nSupplemental life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, legal services, identity theft protection and pet insurance.\nFinancial wellness resources, including mortgage, budgeting and student loan support.\nTime Off\n15 days of paid vacation per year.\n10 paid company holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and Christmas Eve.\n5 days of paid sick leave, available in full at the start of each year.\n5 days of paid bereavement leave.","description_format":"text","description_chars":7302,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":null,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"bachelor","optional":false},"security_clearance":false,"languages":[]},"benefits":[],"hiring_locations":[{"name":"United States","iso":"US","kind":"country"}],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["Molecular Diagnostics","Drug Discovery"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-09-25T20:26:04Z"}],"visa":[],"liveness":{"score":19,"band":"cold","label":"Long shot","p_open":1,"p_active":0.414,"p_room":0.45,"age_days":55,"expected_fill_days":33,"reasons":["conf:0","win:tail"],"computed_at":"2026-10-15T05:46:00Z"},"pay":{"stated_usd_annual":90000,"is_top_pay":false},"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/haya-therapeutics-research-associate","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/haya-therapeutics-research-associate.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-10-15T16:29:26Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","about":"Alion is a live layer of people, companies and AI agents: who they are, whether they are real and active right now, what they do and how to work with them, readable by people and by agents and paid per call.","catalog":"https://alion.io/catalog.json","usage":{"tier":"crawler_verified","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":25151,"day_limit":null,"remaining_today":null,"minute_limit":300,"resets_at":"2026-10-16T00:00:00Z"}},"offers":[{"id":"company.slices","title":"One company in depth, by slice","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002,"plus_per_slice":{"credits":0.05,"usd":0.005}},"unit":"per company, plus each slice with data","note":"the employer in depth","call":{"mcp_tool":"get_company","arguments":{"id":1861274},"rest":"https://alion.io/mcp/rest/get_company?id=1861274"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.slices&for=job%2Fhaya-therapeutics-research-associate"},{"id":"market.stats","title":"A market slice: pay, demand and time to fill","status":"live","price":{"credits":1,"usd":0.1},"unit":"per slice","note":"pay, demand and time to fill for this role and place","call":{"mcp_tool":"market_stats"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=market.stats&for=job%2Fhaya-therapeutics-research-associate"},{"id":"job.search","title":"Open jobs by role, technology, place, pay and visa","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002},"unit":"per posting in a list","note":"similar open postings","call":{"mcp_tool":"search_jobs"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=job.search&for=job%2Fhaya-therapeutics-research-associate"},{"id":"company.verify","title":"Is this company real and active right now","status":"pilot","price":null,"unit":"per company","request":{"url":"https://alion.io/catalog/request","method":"POST","body":"{\"offer\": \"company.verify\", \"for\": \"job/haya-therapeutics-research-associate\", \"note\": \"what you need it for\"}"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.verify&for=job%2Fhaya-therapeutics-research-associate"}]}